On Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 11:57:40 PM UTC-6, Ramy wrote:
Thanks for sharing.
This is not good.
Thankfully in both cases it happened on the ground.
The talks about improving the warning system, as if one can always "land immediately" if fire starts, does not make me feel any better. In fact, it may be better to bail out while high than attempt to land immediately.

Sigh, just when we hoped this is is the most reliable sustainer solution.


Ramy

Ramy,
Keep the faith on the FES. It is an excellent system and is here to stay. I have flown with the FES for 6 years without issue and plan to fly with it for many years to come.

Now, like any system it is crucial that the manuals be read and that all operational procedure be properly followed. If proper procedures are followed and the batteries are properly handled and maintained, then the FES is a safe system and will operate as advertised. Now, we know that the investigation is still on-going so let there be no doubt that whatever recommendations result, will make the FES system even better and safer!

Thanks - Renny